Thursday (10/22) We welcome back local saxophone star Art Sherrod, Jr. Having performed, opened, or co-headline shows with Chuck Loeb, Marion Meadows, Roy Ayres, Natalie Cole, Boney James, Everette Harp, Najee, Michael Henderson, Jean Carne, Cuba Gooding & the Main Ingredient, and others, Art always gets the audience going. He was one of only five Americans to perform in the Brazilian-American Jazz Festival in Rio de Janeiro and he always packs the house! 8:00pm showtime.

Friday (10/23) The comparison is inevitable. How could it be otherwise? Tito Puente Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, his music. No doubt, every time Tito Jr. walks on stage, he walks in his father’s footsteps. Back for his 3rd trip to BBJ, the house will be jumping! 8:00pm showtime.

Sunday (10/25) Maria Muldaur is best known world-wide for her 1974 mega-hit “Midnight at the Oasis,” which received several Grammy nominations and enshrined her forever in the hearts of Baby Boomers everywhere. Despite her considerable pop music success, her 50-year career could best be described as a long and adventurous odyssey through the various forms of American Roots Music. In the 40 years since “Midnight at the Oasis,” Maria has toured extensively worldwide and has recorded 40 solo albums covering all kinds of American Roots Music, including Gospel, R&B, Jazz, and Big Band (not to mention several award-winning children’s albums). She has now settled comfortably into her favorite idiom, the Blues. Don’t miss this special appearance at BBJ this Sunday, 7:30 show time.

Monday – Tuesday (10/26, 10/27) Daryl Davis and Gary Grainger Jams continue with great musicians just dropping in! Come and party with Free Admission Mondays and $5 Tuesdays. ½ price bottles of wine make it a great night!

Wednesday (10/28) Don’t miss this show! MarchFourth! is an internationally-acclaimed, genre-breaking FORCE in the world of entertainment — a sonic explosion delivered by 20 musicians, dancers and artisans who travel the world, year-round, taking audience members of all ages, from all walks of life, on a joy-inducing, foot-stomping, booty-shaking, soul-stirring journey that defies categorization. With exceptional musical quality and a visual kaleidoscope of stilt walkers, hoopers, and Vaudeville-style dancers, MarchFourth! whips audiences into a celebratory frenzy with an over-the-top spectacle of high-energy compositions, colorful costumes, hilarious stage shenanigans, and irresistible charisma. If you have ever been to one of their performances, you know it is all this and more! The show starts at 8pm.

Thursday (10/29) The #1 Michael Jackson Tribute show in the world is returning to Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club. This live concert captures the true essence of Michael Jackson in a unique manner. The concert focuses on the effect his music has had on generations of people throughout our world. The Michael Live Project is a great production built around the extraordinary talent of Mr. Michael Clark. Michael has performed as the lead vocalist for record industry notables such as The Funk Brothers and MFSB. He has shared the stage with Billy Preston, Steve Winwood, Chaka Khan, and the Eagles. Get your dancing shows on for this “Thriller” night! 8:00pm showtime.

Saturday (10/31) Bethesda’s hometown band returns for their third engagement at Bethesda Blues and Jazz. TheVI-Kings celebrate and bring alive the music of the 1960’s – with special Halloween surprises! The music of The VI-Kings is the sound track of your life. The Beatles , Stones, Kinks, Credence, Dylan, Byrds, Yardbirds, and on and on. There’s a reason that this wonderful music has endured through the decades. It is joyous, fresh and as relevant today as it was the day it was released. 8:00pm showtime.

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